Speech Pathologist - Inpatient Therapy - Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center
LONG BEACH, CA 90745
About the Job
Location: Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center
Department: Speech, Lang-IP
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Days (8hr)
Pay Rate*: $58.00/hr.
At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.
Position Summary
The position is responsible for providing all aspects of Speech therapy services, including but not limited to screening, examination, evaluation, care planning, treatment implementation, reassessment, discharge planning and education to adults through geriatric patients.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job
- Demonstrates competency in assessment of patient with Speech or swallowing disorder.
- Performs patient and/or family education and document in the EMR.
- Collaborates with appropriate disciplines and provide a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Provide documentation to support delivery of care.
- Ability to be at work and be on time.
- Ability to follow company policies, procedures, and directives.
- Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask.
*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards. Minimum Requirements
Qualifications/Work Experience:
- One-year clinical Speech Pathology experience preferred
- Knowledge of applicable Title 22 regulations, JCAHO standards
Education/Licensure/Certification:
- Current California Speech Pathology License
- Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support